I gave it a second shot. Much better. See the taste review below.
When it comes to coffee places, you know what you will get at a place like Starbucks or Crazy Mocha, but finding a local spot just adds to the overall experience that the previous two cannot provide. As far as local Pittsburgh coffee spots go, so far this is at the middle if the pack but worth visiting in downtown. Especially since it is in market square. I am a sucker for history and want to try Nicholas's again. There is a large selection of coffee, for boutique type prices for some. The daily coffee my second time was much better but still if you have been in existence since 1919 I would expect a great product, or one that is different from all the rest due to your almost 100 years.
The 5 senses review:
Sight: 8-the main saving grace. It is really cool, quaint, and charming. This is where the history helps.
Smell: 6-just like other coffee places it is always nice to walk in and get nailed with the aroma of the brewed and ground beans.
Taste: 6- UPDATED! Much better coffee of the day. So lesson learned. Get a "coffee of the day" at your own risk.
Sound: 3-remember a low number is good. Nice and relaxed with the just the sounds of a working coffee shop. No over powering shitty music, thankfully!
Touch: 2-only because you aren't really using your hands for anything. I did get a biscotti there which was very good. So since I used my hands I need to add some rating.